1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
