1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 149 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | Newport | Fury |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3030 mm |