1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 36 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 79 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 598 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
Model | Valiant | Rexton |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |