1952 Allard Safari vs. 1990 Chrysler Le Baron
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 26 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
Because 1952 Allard Safari 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 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron, 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, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Le Baron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | Safari | Le Baron |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |
