1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 197 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Optima, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Plymouth | Kia |
| Model | VIP | Optima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
