1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Valiant | Dart |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
