1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, 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 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Viva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
