1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 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 189 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 950 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | New Yorker | 929 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
