1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 20 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 358 kg more than 1993 TVR Griffith.
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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Valiant | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
