1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
Model | Avanti | New Yorker |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3160 mm |