1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 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 102 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 73 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger 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) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | VIP | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
