1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 373 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Coronet | V70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
