1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 575 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Fleetwood | Valiant |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |