1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 43 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 228 kg more than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | New Yorker | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3020 mm |
