2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
