1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 33 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 633 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Valiant | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2888 mm |
