1990 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 23 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 37 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler New Yorker | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | New Yorker | Insight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
