1992 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler New Yorker | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Crown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
