1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coronet | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
