1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 55 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 535 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | New Yorker | Discovery |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |