1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 459 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Valiant | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
