1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 4 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 149 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 216 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Coronet | Comet |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |