1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 875 kg more than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
