1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1253 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth GTX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth GTX | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | GTX | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 108 L |