1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Valiant | Jimny |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |