1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1977 Volvo 343
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 343 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 68 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Volvo 343. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1977 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Valiant | 343 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
