1989 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis 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 100 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
