1968 MG 1100 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP

To start off, both 1968 MG 1100 and 1968 Plymouth VIP were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1968 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 822 kg more than 1968 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 MG 1100, 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG 1100.

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