1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 13 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
