1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 273 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Tata Safari 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari | |
Make | Plymouth | Tata |
Model | VIP | Safari |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |