1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 884 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 Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
