1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | VIP | Outback |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| 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 | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
