1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 58 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Valiant | 411 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
