1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
