1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Valiant | FF |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
