1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 1994 Honda NSX is newer by 19 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, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1994 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Valiant | NSX |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |