1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 40 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus.
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, 2010 Ford Taurus, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
