1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 30 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Valiant | S2000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |