1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 288 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Valiant | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |