1990 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 20 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 129 kg more than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | New Yorker | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
