1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 36 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1035 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.
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, 2009 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Valiant | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
