1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 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 68 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 462 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Valiant | 343 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
