1974 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 54 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760.
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, 1974 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Valiant | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Valiant | 760 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
