1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 493 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
