1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Valiant | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |