1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Triumph 2000 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 147 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 402 kg more than 1972 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
| Model | VIP | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
