1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 565 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Valiant | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
