1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 27 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster 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 309 kg more than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Roadmaster | New Yorker |
Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |