1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 255 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Valiant | Impala |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
