1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 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 9 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Coronet | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
