1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | New Yorker | Corolla |
Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |