1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 151 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Coronet | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
