2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 36 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 87 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | B2300 | VIP |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
