1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II

To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Newport and 1971 Land Rover Serie II were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chrysler Newport 1971 Land Rover Serie II
Make Chrysler Land Rover
Model Newport Serie II
Year Released 1971 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 173 HP 67 HP
Torque 387 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1915 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2780 mm


 

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