1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 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 90 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 256 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | Town & Country | Valiant |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |