1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 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 56 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Coronet | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
