1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 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) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | VIP | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
