1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 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 69 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coronet | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
