1965 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 44 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 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
| Model | Valiant | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
