1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 975 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Consul |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
