1989 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | New Yorker | 930 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
