1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Coronet | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
