1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 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 39 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 100 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 605, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Coronet | 605 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |