1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 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 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Coronet | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
