1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 213 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
