1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 40 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, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Coronet | Evora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
