1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna 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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Because 1971 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
