1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 42 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 607 kg more than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker.
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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | New Yorker | NV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3711 mm |
