1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1084 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 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| 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 | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3683 mm |
