1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Volvo 240 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 240 weights approximately 460 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 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Valiant | 240 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |