1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 21 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 205 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Valiant | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
