2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 8 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
