1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1977 Subaru Rex is newer by 9 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 201 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | VIP | Rex |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1930 mm |