1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 58 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Challenger | Viper |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |