1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Newport | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
