1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
Model | Newport | 1800 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2280 mm |