1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 243 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback 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 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Valiant | Outback |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |