1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 600 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. 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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Newport | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
