1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 706 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1982 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |
