1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 8 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 236 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | LTD |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
