1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 421 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 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Plymouth | Infiniti |
Model | Valiant | EX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |