2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 33 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | K2700 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 3678 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
