1990 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Crown 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chrysler New Yorker | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | New Yorker | Crown |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |