1988 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 980 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | New Yorker | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
