1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 31 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 249 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 297 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth GTX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | GTX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
