1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 96 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1971 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 1971 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
