1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 21 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1993 Rover 800, 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1993 Rover 800 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Valiant | 800 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |