1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 244 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Coronet | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Coronet | 360 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |