1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 35 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Newport | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
