1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1969 Dodge Challenger and 1969 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Ford Capri | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Challenger | Capri |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |