1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 991 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model New Yorker Touareg
Year Released 1987 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2212 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 143 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 228 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 2256 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2893 mm