1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 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 122 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 578 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Patrol | VIP |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3030 mm |
