1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Newport | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2410 mm |
