1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 40 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 38 kg more than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | New Yorker | Quest |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
