1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
