1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 39 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 313 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Valiant | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2858 mm |
