1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 296 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
