1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 77 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 474 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
