1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 26 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 190 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 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 993 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
