1990 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 94 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler New Yorker | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | New Yorker | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
