1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Yaris |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |