1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Newport | Frontier |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |