1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
