1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | 17 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
