1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Plymouth | Honda |
Model | VIP | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |