1971 Ford Torino vs. 1975 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
1971 Ford Torino | 1975 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Torino | Valiant |
Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 3689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |