1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Civic, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic 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. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Coronet | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
