1986 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler New Yorker and 1986 Subaru XT were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 12 kg more than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chrysler New Yorker | 1986 Subaru XT | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | New Yorker | XT |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |