1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 44 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Because 1969 Dodge Challenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Solara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
