1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 517 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Newport | Altima |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 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 | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |