1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 184 kg more than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | Type S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2740 mm |
