1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 362 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Valiant | Civic |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |