2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 99 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |
