1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 232 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry 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 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | VIP | Camry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |