1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 35 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 46 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Isuzu KB. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Newport | KB |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 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 | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
