1984 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chrysler New Yorker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chrysler New Yorker | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
