1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 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 186 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 542 kg more than 1962 Skoda 1202. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | VIP | 1202 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |