1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 16 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Valiant | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
