1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 3 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 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 54 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Valiant | 260 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
