1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 15 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Coronet | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
