2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | CR-V | VIP |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
