1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 83 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Chevelle | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
