1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 118 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.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Coronet | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2359 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 | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
