1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 128 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
