1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 22 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
