1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, both 1982 Chrysler New Yorker and 1982 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 205 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 1982 Ford Fairlane 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 1982 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
