1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 2005 Hyundai Elantra, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Coronet | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
