1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 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 97 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 23 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
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, 1984 Cadillac Seville, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Seville | VIP |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |