1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 22 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 55 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 595 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 1992 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Newport | Granada |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |