1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 20 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
