1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 6 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 944 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
