1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 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 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Valiant | 960 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |