1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 18 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Valiant | 968 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |