1966 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, both 1966 Plymouth Valiant and 1966 Vauxhall VX4 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Plymouth Valiant (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
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:
1966 Plymouth Valiant | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Vauxhall |
Model | Valiant | VX4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |