2000 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 32 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 44 more horse power than 2000 Acura MDX. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura MDX.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Newport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
