1992 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 20 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (152 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 766 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager 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 | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Le Baron | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3078 mm |
