1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider is newer by 23 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider.
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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Valiant | Spider |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |