1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 39 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 67 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
| Model | VIP | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
