1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 24 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pagani |
| Model | Valiant | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
