1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Focus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
