1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 69 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Newport |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |
