1975 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, both 1975 Audi 80 and 1975 Chrysler Valiant were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 493 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | 80 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
