1987 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2012 Seat Altea

To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Le Baron would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Le Baron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Le Baron weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea.

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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Chrysler Le Baron 2012 Seat Altea
Make Chrysler Seat
Model Le Baron Altea
Year Released 1987 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2212 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.1:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 161 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1194 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 55 L