1964 Checker Town vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Checker | Plymouth |
| Model | Town | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
