1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 36 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) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 349 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION, 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 GTX (651 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 2004 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saturn |
| Model | GTX | ION |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
