1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (188 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Because 1970 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Newport | Camry |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |