1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |