1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1989 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |
