1995 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 23 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Plymouth Prowler | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Prowler | Valiant |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |