1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 192 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo, 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Coronet | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
