1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 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 260 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 806 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | New Yorker | 929 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
