1990 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 10 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 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
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, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron (223 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1990 Chrysler Le Baron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Le Baron | Protege |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
