1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 1993 Toyota Aristo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Aristo weights approximately 506 kg more than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Aristo 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 1993 Toyota Aristo. 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, 1993 Toyota Aristo (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Aristo 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 | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Aristo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
