1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2012 Nissan Cube

To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 44 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 253 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 329 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Cube 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 2012 Nissan Cube
Make Plymouth Nissan
Model GTX Cube
Year Released 1968 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 375 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1597 kg 1268 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1651 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L


 

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