1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Valiant | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
