1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 40 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
