1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 93 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
