1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | Valiant | TS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
