1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 725 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
