1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 45 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 846 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Valiant | Express |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |