1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Valiant | E-Series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3505 mm |