1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
