1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 570 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 Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |