2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 34 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Eclipse | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
