1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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 52 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | VIP | A4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
