1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 61 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 25 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 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | New Yorker | Highlander |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |