1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 26 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, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 525 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 1971 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Contour |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
