1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 249 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3250 mm |