1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 37 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, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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 100 kg more than 2007 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Legend. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | New Yorker | Legend |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
