1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 16 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 965 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
