2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsa | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
