1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 680 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coronet | Viano |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |