1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Nomad | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
