1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 106 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Coronet | Viper |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 8284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |