1998 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | NSX | Newport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3160 mm |
