1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 23 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 587 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 TVR Griffith. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 TVR Griffith. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1991 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1991 TVR Griffith 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 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Plymouth | TVR |
| Model | VIP | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
