1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 416 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Newport |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |