1998 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 26 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 140 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 234 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. 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, 1998 Audi A3, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A3 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
