1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 31 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 25 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Valiant | SC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
