1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 437 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | VIP | Avalon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |