1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
