2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2000 Ford TL-50 is newer by 28 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TL-50 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | TL-50 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
