1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 16 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
