1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo

To start off, 1971 Triumph Toledo is newer by 3 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 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 475 kg more than 1971 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Coronet 1971 Triumph Toledo
Make Dodge Triumph
Model Coronet Toledo
Year Released 1968 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3690 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.3 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104.8 mm 76 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 63 L


 

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