1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 327 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Coronet | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
