2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 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 131 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 592 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | VIP |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3030 mm |
