1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | VIP | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |