1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 185 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 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 Toyota Previa, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Previa |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |