1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 23 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | VIP | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
