1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 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 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 800 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4600 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 | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3505 mm |
