1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1978 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 7 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 35 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1978 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Newport | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
