1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 1971 Toyota Century is newer by 2 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Century. (128 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 134 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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 (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1971 Toyota Century | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Challenger | Century |
Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |