1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Coronet | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
