1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
