1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Jeep | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
