1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 33 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 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 127 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | VIP | Altezza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |