1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 40 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 92 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | VIP | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |