1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 17 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 173 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 762 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L 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 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | VIP | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
