1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Coronet | Savana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
