1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 204 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
