1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 5 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Valiant | 66 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
