1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 775 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 1996 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, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | New Yorker | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |