1990 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 865 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Le Baron | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3001 mm |
