1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 806 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Valiant | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
