1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
| Model | VIP | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| 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 | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
