1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 10 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.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
