1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 240 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 Peugeot 407, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Coronet | 407 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
