1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 42 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 6 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2790 mm |
