1990 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 431 kg more than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | New Yorker | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
