1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1977 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1977 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1977 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
