1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 12 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | Valiant | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
