1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 27 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
