1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Valiant | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
