1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo 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 137 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo, 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Plymouth Valiant 2010 Chevrolet Rezzo
Make Plymouth Chevrolet
Model Valiant Rezzo
Year Released 1972 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5562 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1374 kg 1347 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2610 mm


 

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