1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
