1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 32 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 26 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | NSX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
