2000 Honda Legend vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 23 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend, 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 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Legend | VIP |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |