1989 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 350 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 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | New Yorker | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
