1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1981 Porsche 930 is newer by 10 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 930 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
