1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | New Yorker | Omega |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2740 mm |
