1989 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker (135 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | New Yorker | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |