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


 

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