1983 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 881 kg more than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | New Yorker | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
