2005 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 37 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, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 323 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 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | MDX | VIP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
