1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport 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 73 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
