1964 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Plymouth Valiant | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
