1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 37 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Toledo 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 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | VIP | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
