1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Valiant | GTO |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |
