1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1996 Nissan Crew 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Challenger | Crew |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |