1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Coronet | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1796 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 |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
