1965 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 46 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |
