1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 21 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) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 106 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 (529 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Challenger | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
