1991 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler New Yorker | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
