1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 572 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
