1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1984 Rover 3500 is newer by 16 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 43 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 9 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500. 1984 Rover 3500 has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Rover 3500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Coronet | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
