1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 53 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 395 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Coronet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Coronet | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
