1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 825 kg more 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 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Valiant | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
