1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 483 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
| Model | VIP | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
