1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | New Yorker | XJS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2600 mm |
