1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 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 52 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |