1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 723 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Newport | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |