1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Valiant | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
