1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 28 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 50 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | Valiant | TS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
