1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight 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 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 163 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Insight, 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Coronet | Insight |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |