1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 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 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
