1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 25 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Valiant | V90 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
