1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 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 59 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Valiant | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
