1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 421 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Newport 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Newport Tiguan
Year Released 1968 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1965 kg 1544 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4426 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1809 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1703 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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