2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 36 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 170 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.
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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Tahoe | New Yorker |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |