1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1078 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
| Model | Valiant | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3569 mm |
