1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 22 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 38 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 105 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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 (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
