1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 8 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 833 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. 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 (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1974 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1974 Peugeot 504 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 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | New Yorker | 504 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |
