1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 29 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 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1975 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Previa |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |