2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Mustang | VIP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
