1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 43 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, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 207 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.
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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Coronet | IS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
