1988 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | New Yorker | Defender |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |