1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Plymouth | Datsun |
Model | Valiant | 260Z |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2581 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |