1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 9 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 261 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 806 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Chrysler New Yorker 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model New Yorker Corona
Year Released 1966 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7205 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.7 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.3 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 5570 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2590 mm


 

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