1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 325 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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 (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
