1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 is newer by 12 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 105 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Valiant | 245 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |