1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | New Yorker | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
