1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | XJR-15 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |