1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 597 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Newport | Armada |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 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 | 2512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |