1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 19 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Plymouth | Saab |
Model | Valiant | 9000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |