1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 41 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 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Hilux |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3521 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |