1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 40 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Newport | Borrego |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |