1985 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chrysler New Yorker | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
