1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 8 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 162 kg more than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | New Yorker | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
