Plymouth Valiant
Plymouth Valiant — 1960–1962, 4-door 3-seat wagon (1960–1961)4-door 2-seat wagon (1960–1962)4-door sedan (1960–1962)2-door sedan (1961–1962)2-door hardtop (1961–1962), 170 cuin ''LG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Plymouth Valiant
Plymouth Valiant is a 4-door 3-seat wagon (1960–1961)4-door 2-seat wagon (1960–1962)4-door sedan (1960–1962)2-door sedan (1961–1962)2-door hardtop (1961–1962) in the compact class, with source data covering 1960–1962. The available vehicle data lists 170 cuin ''LG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed manual3-speed Torqueflite automatic and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Plymouth Valiant guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 170 cuin ''LG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6 and 3-speed manual3-speed Torqueflite automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Plymouth Valiant specifications at a glance
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| Make | Plymouth |
|---|---|
| Model | Valiant |
| Model years | 1960–1962 |
| Body style | 4-door 3-seat wagon (1960–1961)4-door 2-seat wagon (1960–1962)4-door sedan (1960–1962)2-door sedan (1961–1962)2-door hardtop (1961–1962) |
| Vehicle class | Compact |
| Manufacturer | Plymouth (Chrysler) |
| Production | 1959–1976 |
| Market / country | FI, NL, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Plymouth Valiant includes 170 cuin ''LG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6.. Transmission information includes 3-speed manual3-speed Torqueflite automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | 170 cuin ''LG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 3-speed manual3-speed Torqueflite automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in (2,705 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 183.7 in (4,666 mm) |
| Width | 70.4 in (1,788 mm) |
| Height | 53.3 in (1,354 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 2750 lb (1,247 kg) |
Plymouth Valiant other specifications
| Name | Plymouth Valiant |
|---|---|
| Image | Plymouth Valiant Signet 1969 Schaffen-Diest 2016.jpg |
| Caption | 1969 Plymouth Valiant Signet 2-door sedan |
Plymouth Valiant generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Valiant | 1959–1976 | Not specified | Not specified | FR layout |
| First generation | 1960–1962 | 170 cuin ''LG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6 | 3-speed manual3-speed Torqueflite automatic | Not specified |
| Second generation | 1963–1966 | 170 cuin ''LG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6273 cuin ''LA'' V8 | A833 4-speed manualA904 TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic | Not specified |
| Third generation | 1967–1973 | 170 cuin ''LG Slant-6'' I6198 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6273 cuin ''LA'' V8318 cuin ''LA'' V8 | Not specified | Not specified |
| Fourth generation | 1974–1976 | 198 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6225 cuin ''RG Slant-6'' I6318 cuin ''LA'' V8360 cuin ''LA'' V8 | Not specified | Not specified |
Recommended tire pressure for Plymouth Valiant
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Plymouth Valiant
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