1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 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 174 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 748 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
