1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 27 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 137 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 344 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. 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, 1999 Rover 25, 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1999 Rover 25 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Valiant | 25 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |