1992 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 1972 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1972 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler New Yorker | 1972 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | New Yorker | President |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
