1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 139 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 645 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
