1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
