1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 295 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.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Plymouth | Vauxhall |
Model | Valiant | Omega |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |