1976 Chevrolet Pickup vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is newer by 8 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 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (200 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup should accelerate faster 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, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (407 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Pickup | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
