1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | New Yorker | Defender |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |