1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 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, both vehicles can yield 109 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 40 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
