1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Plymouth 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | MK X | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
