1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 37 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 920 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.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Valiant | S5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
