1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 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) has 173 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
Model | 109 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |