1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 615 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | New Yorker | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
