1997 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 22 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 429 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobra | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
