1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 309 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 631 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
