1989 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 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), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| 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 | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
