1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 61 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Valiant | Outback |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |