2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 447 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Silverado | VIP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
