1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 39 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 638 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Newport | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
