1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Coronet | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
