1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 40 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 532 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Navara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
