1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan

To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 471 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Plymouth VIP 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
Make Plymouth Tatra
Model VIP Tatraplan
Year Released 1968 1948
Engine Size 5208 cc 1952 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1647 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm


 

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