1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Valiant | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
