1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Valiant | Defender |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |