1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 37 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 3 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, 2009 Kia Venga, 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Plymouth | Kia |
Model | Valiant | Venga |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1343 kg |