1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 324 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Escape |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2690 mm |
