1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1994 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel 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, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Nissan Laurel.
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 (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1994 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Challenger | Laurel |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |