1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 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 139 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 268 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Valiant | Polo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |