1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
