1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 164 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
