1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1982 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Corvette | VIP |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
