1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Chrysler | Willys-Overland |
Model | New Yorker | Rural |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |