1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 805 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | Toronado | Valiant |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 104.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |