1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1985 Holden Statesman is newer by 13 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 71 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 348 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Statesman | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
