1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 30 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue 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 423 kg more than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1966 Chrysler New Yorker 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 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Park Avenue | New Yorker |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |