1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 175 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 98.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Newport | 98 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3210 mm |
