2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Sentra, 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 (401 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Sentra | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2506 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
