1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 9 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 106 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2030 mm |
