2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Coupe | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
Model | Coupe | Valiant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |