1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1990 Chrysler Le Baron
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Le Baron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Le Baron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 3-Litre | Le Baron |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
