1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 25 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 167 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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, 1993 Ford Aspire, 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Coronet | Aspire |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
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 | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |