2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2980 mm |
