2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 588 kg more than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3160 mm |
