1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
