1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 33 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Valiant | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2675 mm |
