2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 2001 Mazda 6, 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 6 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
