1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1970 Chrysler New Yorker and 1970 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 181 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | New Yorker | 504 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |