1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 25 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, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Renault Clio.
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, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Newport | Clio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2490 mm |
