1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
