1988 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 19 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1087 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 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada 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 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | New Yorker | Armada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
