1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 463 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Suburban | VIP |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3030 mm |
