2007 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 794 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | VIP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
