1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Coronet | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
