1988 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 1996 Nissan President is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan President 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 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chrysler New Yorker | 1996 Nissan President | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | New Yorker | President |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |