1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 25 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 13 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600, 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Coronet | 600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
