1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 200 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1969 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1969 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Coronet | Forester |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
