1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
| Model | Valiant | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
