1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 17 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 490 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Valiant | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
