1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Intrepid | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
