1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 35 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo, 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 (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Coronet | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
