1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 21 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Newport | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
