1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Valiant | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
