1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 is newer by 19 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 34 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1992 Rover 800, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Valiant | 800 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
