1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 274 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Camry |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |