1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 34 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Valiant | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
