1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Coronet | Golf |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |