1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. 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 11 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
