1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Valiant | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |