1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 191 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3240 mm |
