1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 34 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
