1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
