1966 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1985 Venturi Coupe is newer by 19 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, 1985 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Coupe 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 | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Plymouth | Venturi |
| Model | Valiant | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
