1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 764 kg more than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Plymouth Fury 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 1967 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | New Yorker | Fury |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 6295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |