1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 42 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Valiant | ATS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
