1992 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Le Baron would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (152 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 326 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Le Baron | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Le Baron | Legend |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
