1990 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 362 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | New Yorker | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
