1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 490 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Brougham | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
