1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 264 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |
