2002 Acura NSX vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | NSX | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3160 mm |
