2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 681 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | F-150 | VIP |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
