1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
