2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Frontier | VIP |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |