1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Escort |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
