2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
