1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
