1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 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 15 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1998 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Camry |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |