1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Coronet | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |
