1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 671 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | VIP | Silverado |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |