1965 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1984 Volvo 760 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (153 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1965 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:
| 1965 Plymouth Valiant | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Valiant | 760 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
