1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1999 Honda Civic

To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.

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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Coronet 1999 Honda Civic
Make Dodge Honda
Model Coronet Civic
Year Released 1968 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3690 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 152 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2630 mm


 

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