1988 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 16 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 235 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Electra | Valiant |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |