1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 30 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 967 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Newport | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
