1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 44 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Coronet | S2000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |