1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos is newer by 37 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) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos 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, 2009 Renault Koleos 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
