1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Valiant | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
