1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, both 1982 Chrysler New Yorker and 1982 Nissan Stanza were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 386 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | New Yorker | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
