1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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 Suzuki SX4, 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Valiant | SX4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |