1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Rover 800 is newer by 48 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 7 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | New Yorker | 800 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2780 mm |
