1992 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 697 kg more than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | New Yorker | Defender |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3230 mm |
