1987 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Le Baron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Le Baron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Le Baron (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Le Baron weights approximately 264 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Chrysler Le Baron (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Le Baron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Le Baron | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Le Baron | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
