1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 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 155 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | VIP | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
