1999 Lexus GS vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 27 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1999 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Lexus | Plymouth |
| Model | GS | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
