1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic 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) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 565 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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 Civic, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Coronet | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
