1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Coronet | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
