1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 33 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Titan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
