1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 212 kg more than 1995 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 1512 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
