1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 42 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Ford Focus, 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Coronet | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
