1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 1054 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3670 mm |
