1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1976 Holden Statesman

To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 8 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 17 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 102 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Plymouth VIP 1976 Holden Statesman
Make Plymouth Holden
Model VIP Statesman
Year Released 1968 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5208 cc 5042 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 213 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1647 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2900 mm


 

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