1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 855 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Newport | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
