1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 36 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 509 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Valiant | Charger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3053 mm |
