2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 31 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 427 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Le Mans | Newport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
