1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 41 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Coronet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Coronet | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
