1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 32 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 985 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1978 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Valiant | Livina |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |