1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 242 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
