1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 53 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Valiant | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
