1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 256 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Venza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
