1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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 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 117 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 670 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Coronet | Jimny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2040 mm |