1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 806 is newer by 31 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 9 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
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, 2000 Peugeot 806, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Coronet | 806 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2830 mm |
