1992 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, both 1992 Chrysler Le Baron and 1992 Holden Apollo were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Le Baron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Le Baron (152 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Le Baron weights approximately 139 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Chrysler Le Baron (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Le Baron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo. 1992 Chrysler Le Baron has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chrysler Le Baron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Le Baron | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Le Baron | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
