1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Granada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
