1966 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1975 Nissan Silvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1966 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:
| 1966 Plymouth Valiant | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
