1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1970 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1970 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | New Yorker | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2270 mm |
