1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
