1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 86 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
