1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 16 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 538 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2580 mm |
