2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 288 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Mustang | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
