1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 105 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
