1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
