1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1979 Volvo 343 is newer by 10 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 130 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 576 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Challenger | 343 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
