1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 800 kg more 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Valiant | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
