1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 43 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2011 GMC Acadia, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Plymouth | GMC |
Model | VIP | Acadia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |