1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 92 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3710 mm |
