1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 26 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 155 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 (461 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | MR2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |