1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 36 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 73 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Valiant | Evora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2576 mm |
