1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 39 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 46 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 2011 Lexus CT, 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2011 Lexus CT | |
Make | Plymouth | Lexus |
Model | Valiant | CT |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4321 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |