1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda

To start off, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 120 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 237 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Plymouth VIP 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
Make Plymouth Plymouth
Model VIP Barracuda
Year Released 1968 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5208 cc 3687 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.3 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 104.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1647 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2760 mm