1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 12 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
