2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 35 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | SSR | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
