1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2000 Skoda Superb is newer by 28 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 127 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Superb weights approximately 113 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, 2000 Skoda Superb, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Superb. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Valiant | Superb |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
