1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 25 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 101 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
