1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 40 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 346 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chrysler Valiant 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Valiant Tundra
Year Released 1971 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3521 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2610 mm


 

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