1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 62 kg more than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | New Yorker | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
