1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 33 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
