1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1990 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1951 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 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Chrysler New Yorker 1990 Toyota Camry
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model New Yorker Camry
Year Released 1951 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5421 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1905 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3190 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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