1964 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Ford Falcon | 1973 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Falcon | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
