1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 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 137 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
