1990 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona 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 49 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 435 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler New Yorker | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Corona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
