1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Celica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |