1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 13 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 741 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Valiant | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2070 mm |
