2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 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 89 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (141 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Sentra | VIP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
