1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1355 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3967 mm |
