1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 37 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 755 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2895 mm |
