1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 14 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 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 52 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
