1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 4 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 155 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Aspen | Valiant |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |