1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Valiant | A6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2912 mm |
