2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Chrysler Le Baron
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 300 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Le Baron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
