1990 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 363 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Le Baron | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
