1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 30 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 33 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Coronet | Magna |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |