1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 38 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1120 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Valiant | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
