1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 157 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 (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Valiant | Falcon |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2838 mm |