1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 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 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
