1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 29 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Valiant | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
