1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza is newer by 36 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Toyota Venza, 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Venza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |