1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
