1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 21 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 156 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont 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. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Coronet | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
