1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Tundra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |