1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | LTD |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
