1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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 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 86 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
