1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 176 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
| Model | Avanti | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
