1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Coronet | V50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
