1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1972 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 100 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 666 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. 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 (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1972 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
