1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 28 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 33 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 127 kg more than 1996 Holden Statesman. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Statesman | VIP |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
