1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | VIP | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
