1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 44 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), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 43 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | VIP | Colorado |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |