1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara 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 116 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. 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 Nissan Pintara, 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
