1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 27 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 553 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2930 mm |
