2008 Acura MDX vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 38 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, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Newport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
