2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 32 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1563 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Excursion | VIP |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |
