1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Valiant | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |