1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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 46 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1330 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
