1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Newport | 240 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |