1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 33 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Challenger | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
