1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | VIP | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
