1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Corona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
