1990 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Le Baron 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 21 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Le Baron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Le Baron | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
