1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 327 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. 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 Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1968 Riley 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Riley |
Model | Challenger | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 421 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |