1998 Buick Signia vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 30 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 67 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Signia | Newport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
