1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 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 62 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coronet | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2683 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
