2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 38 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | SSR | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
