1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 11 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 27 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 273 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
