1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Camaro and 1989 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
