1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 35 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1977 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Valiant | Carens |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
