1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | VIP | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
