1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Plymouth | Honda |
Model | VIP | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |