1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 2 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 525 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Violet |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
