1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 40 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 404 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
| Model | GTX | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
