1995 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | NSX | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
