2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, both vehicles can yield 230 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | VIP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
