1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 28 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 397 kg more than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Plymouth | Venturi |
Model | VIP | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |