1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 17 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 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
