2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 129 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Newport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
