1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | New Yorker | Durango |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3030 mm |
