1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 22 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 71 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | New Yorker | Legend |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
