1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, both 1975 Chrysler Valiant and 1975 Ford Torino were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1975 Ford Torino | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Valiant | Torino |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |