1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 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 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Coronet | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
