1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 492 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Valiant | XJ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3032 mm |
