1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 280Z is newer by 7 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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Datsun |
| Model | Coronet | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
