1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 830 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.
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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
