1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (142 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 251 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
