1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 28 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 413 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Challenger | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
