1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 193 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
