1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 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 48 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Coronet | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
