1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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 Mazda Carol 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | Carol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
