2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 103 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Silverado | VIP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 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 | 414 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
