1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 95 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.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
