1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 569 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
Model | Valiant | Xterra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4000 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |