1990 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 22 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 325 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 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Le Baron | LR2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |