1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 31 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Challenger | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
