1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Valiant | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2425 mm |
