1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 61 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Valiant | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
