1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Coronet | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |