1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 544 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Valiant | K 70 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |