1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 13 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, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 979 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Newport | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
