1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 23 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
Model | Valiant | Carlton |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |