2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (210 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 23 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
