1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | Valiant | Korando |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |