1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 26 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Roadmaster | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
