1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 25 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 236 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotec |
Model | Valiant | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3521 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1656 kg |