1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 3 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 470 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Valiant | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
