2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Newport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
