1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 34 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
