1979 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 1 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 405 kg more 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1978 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Valiant |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |