2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 360 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Blazer | Coronet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |