1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Valiant | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |