1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
