1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara is newer by 34 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 910 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton Juara, 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | Newport | Juara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2400 mm |
