1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Chevelle | 9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
