1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XJR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
