1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1970 Toyota Crown 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 8 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Challenger | Crown |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |