2000 Ford Artic vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 28 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Artic | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
