1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Coronet | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2425 mm |
