1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Coronet | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
